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SIMSA, IMII, and Partners Further Culture of Innovation in Saskatchewan Mining

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The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) and Saskatchewan Industrial and Mining Suppliers Association (SIMSA) were pleased to co-host a DEMOday 2024 Launch event on January 18, 2024, the first of three days centred on innovation in mining. A mining hackathon followed on January 19th and 20th for the students of the University of Saskatchewan in … SIMSA, IMII, and Partners Further Culture of Innovation in Saskatchewan Mining

IMII funding Virtual Reality Equipment for Morris Interactive’s Indigenous Pre-employment program for potash mining

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Supporting indigenous Success in Industry Saskatoon, SK – The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) is pleased to announce an investment of $11,000 to fund the purchase of Virtual Reality equipment for Morris Interactive’s Indigenous Pre-employment program, Digital Transformation in Potash Mining. The program is leveraging the power of virtual reality to enable the Indigenous participants … IMII funding Virtual Reality Equipment for Morris Interactive’s Indigenous Pre-employment program for potash mining

Applications open for IMII’s DEMOday and Innovation Award 2024

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New technologies can receive financial support for development and deployment, and be recognized by world-class minerals companies as innovation award winners Saskatoon, SK – Applications are now open for the IMII’s DEMOday and Innovation Award 2024. DEMOday invites innovators, be they inventors, start-ups, or supply chain companies, to apply to pitch their innovative solutions – equipment, … Applications open for IMII’s DEMOday and Innovation Award 2024

The Role of Technology and Virtual Reality in Saskatchewan’s Minerals Industry

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Technological advancement is at the heart of the minerals industry, especially in Saskatchewan. We are rich in mining resources, so it’s only natural that we would become a hub for the innovation that drives the industry forward globally. Here in Saskatchewan, we’re seeing and supporting emerging technologies such as autonomous and tele-remote systems, virtual reality … The Role of Technology and Virtual Reality in Saskatchewan’s Minerals Industry

Calling All Innovators: IMII looking for ideas to help Saskatchewan’s minerals industry sustainably feed and fuel the world

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Saskatoon, SK (Canada) – The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) has released its sixth DEMOday list of technology needs requiring innovative solutions on behalf of its minerals industry members – BHP, Cameco, Fission Uranium, the Mosaic Company and Nutrien. “IMII’s minerals industry members’ interest in the technology development opportunities afforded by DEMOday continues to grow … Calling All Innovators: IMII looking for ideas to help Saskatchewan’s minerals industry sustainably feed and fuel the world

IMII funding new virtual mine lab with Saskatchewan Polytechnic

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Providing innovative, engaging and labour market relevant learning to students in Saskatchewan Saskatoon, SK (Canada) – The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) is pleased to announce an investment of $102,000 to build a virtual mine lab for the Mining Engineering Technology program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic to enhance student and industry learning. The rapid evolution of … IMII funding new virtual mine lab with Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Exploring Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS)

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The minerals industry, along with many others, is looking for opportunities to adopt greener practices, including the management and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The IMII published a study in 2021 looking at the technologies and strategies that could be the most effective for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in minerals operations. The study focused on … Exploring Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS)

First of its kind study underway in Saskatchewan exploring the potential for carbon capture and storage hubs for minerals and power production

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Bringing industry and government together to help reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and maintain a competitive economy Saskatoon, SK (Canada) – The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) and Government of Saskatchewan are pleased to announce that a collaborative study is underway exploring the potential for carbon capture and storage (CCS) hubs anchored by minerals and … First of its kind study underway in Saskatchewan exploring the potential for carbon capture and storage hubs for minerals and power production

IMII announces 2023/2024 iMpowered scholarship recipients

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Supporting students on their career path for the minerals industry Saskatoon, SK (Canada) – The IMII, on behalf of its minerals industry members – BHP, Cameco, Fission Uranium, The Mosaic Company and Nutrien, and Innovation Saskatchewan, is pleased to announce the recipients of its iMpowered scholarship – ten students are receiving scholarships totaling $125,000. The … IMII announces 2023/2024 iMpowered scholarship recipients

Land Acknowledgement

IMII’s office is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. Treaty 6 encompasses the lands of the Cree, Dakota, Nakota, Saulteaux (SO-TOE) and the Homeland of the Métis Nation. We pay our respect to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our enduring relationship with one another and recognize the importance of reconciliation in building a shared future.

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